You can easily get the wrong steering pump for your car, but it’s a real hassle to return it afterwards. Therefore it’s a good idea to check a few things before you order the pump.
Check Your Generation Bracket
Different Generation = Different Pump. A big change between the 9N (2002-2009) and 6R (2009-2014) models means you need to check the Generation of your Polo before ordering.
Confirm Hydraulic or Electric-Hydraulic Type
Earlier Polo models are equipped with a belt-driven hydraulic pump. Later models, however, are equipped with an electric-hydraulic pump. Therefore, a wrong choice of steering pump can result in the component not functioning at all. Check the type of existing steering pump before ordering a suitable replacement.
Match the OEM Part Number
The parts for the Volkswagen Polo Steering Pump change throughout the different engines. These parts will even change within a generation of Polo’s. Therefore you must check the part number of the current pump for a direct replacement.
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Verify Your Build Details
If the part number on your pump is worn or missing, you can retrieve the details of your specific vehicle from the DVLA register of Vehicles, to determine the specific year of the Polo, along with the details of the engines used. You can then search for Steering Pump components by using the details above.
Check Reservoir and Pulley Fitment
Steering Pump Reservoir Attachment point and Pulley Diameter are key to checking that you are ordering the correct pump for your car. Compare the replacement steering pump with your original and check that both the reservoir attachment point and the pulley diameter are the same.
Checking the correct details for your part a few minutes before ordering it will save you so much time compared to ordering almost the right part for your car.
